7 tips to easily land a job abroad
That's it, your decision is made: you will go abroad and settle there! Of course, once there, you will have to find something to pay the bills: a job ! We give you 7 tips to find one quickly!
Find out about visas and work permits
First of all, be aware that in order to get a job abroad, at least in some countries, you will need to have a visa and / or a work permit. Do not tell yourself that it is well in advance because to get them, it is sometimes the cross and the banner , it can take a lot of time, and even cost you. So think carefully before you start your project, and see if you do not invest the energy and time in a battle lost in advance.
An adapted CV
Every country has its codes ... and it makes sense that, depending on each of them, the curriculum vitae is different. If yours is perfectly adapted to the Luxembourg job market, it may not be the case at all for the United States . Go over the internet and see how to present it according to the country you are interested in.
Make your degree valid abroad
Before conducting job searches, consider getting your certifications recognized because from one country to another, the equivalencies are not always the same. To carry out this procedure, find out about the competent organization to which you should turn . Note that this one is very often paid.
Language skills developed
Being able to express yourself in the language of the country in which you have moved is essential ... Or almost! In any case, do not go away and tell yourself that once the job is in your pocket, you can improve your level . It is better to think the opposite and to say that one must first deepen one's linguistic knowledge . Because remember that you will probably not be the only one on the spot, and that many candidates will be able to express themselves in the local language.
This being the case, know that all is not lost if you have gaps, or that your level is low, or even absolutely nil. Indeed, in some sectors (finance and IT in particular), it is not always essential to master the language,English is sometimes quite sufficient . Of course, it all depends on the recruiters, find out before you leave.
Highlight your experience
Are you accepted for a job interview? It will be necessary to highlight your skills! Unfortunately, today, employers are increasingly looking for people who have already had one or more professional experiences. Emphasize the skills you have developed during your previous job (s), as well as the missions and projects you have completed .
Do you land freshly on the job market? Highlight the experiences you have experienced during internships during your studies!
A plus: talk about a previous stay abroad
Did you live in Canada when you were little? Do you have an internship in Dublin or an Erasmus visit in Madrid? Do not forget to mention this event to the recruiter you will meet.
Having lived abroad, and seeing that you want to retest the experience, will reassure him, and he will easily guess that your ability to adapt is high enough.
You go there
It will be much easier for you to get a job once there, although it is obviously possible to find one from Luxembourg. For the job you dream of, dozens and dozens of applications will probably be sent ... A recruiter may dismiss yours if you are not physically present , unless your resume has valuable assets.
Getting there when you do not have work definitely requires some investment, travel and accommodation have a cost. But if you are actively looking for it, you should find it without much problem. Of course, before you leave, be sure to check that the area in which you want to evolve is not blocked.